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Tech Optimizer
June 19, 2025
Many developers rely on traditional tools like Redis, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, and ORMs due to familiarity, but there are newer alternatives that can improve performance and simplify workflows. 1. **Litefs**: A tool that enables SQLite in production with real-time replication across regions, allowing for global scaling with minimal latency, ideal for edge computing scenarios. 2. **Temporal.io**: A workflow engine that guarantees execution for background jobs, eliminating lost orders or stuck payments, and remembers everything even after crashes. 3. **DragonflyDB**: A drop-in replacement for Redis that is four times faster, capable of handling millions of requests per second with built-in horizontal scaling. 4. **sqlc**: A tool that generates type-safe Go/Postgres code directly from SQL, avoiding ORM complexities and runtime SQL errors. 5. **Benthos**: A tool for connecting Kafka, databases, APIs, and WebSockets using simple YAML configuration, supporting over 200 integrations. 6. **Earthly**: A CI/CD tool that combines Docker and Makefile for deterministic builds, ensuring reproducible builds and avoiding common CI pipeline failures.
AppWizard
June 19, 2025
Robin "Dark0ne" Scott, the founder of Nexus Mods, is departing from the platform after it has changed ownership. He started Nexus Mods in 2001 to create a space for modders to share their work. Scott dedicated over two decades to the site, which he described as chaotic and demanding. The platform is now under new ownership by 'Foledinho', who will maintain the commitment to keeping mods free.
Winsage
June 18, 2025
Microsoft has acknowledged that the updates released on June 10 during Patch Tuesday may disrupt the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service on Windows Server versions 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016. The DHCP Server service might intermittently stop responding after installing this security update, causing issues for network administrators as clients may be unable to renew their IP addresses. There is currently no viable workaround for affected users other than rolling back the patch, which is not ideal due to the critical security fixes included in the update. The impact of this issue varies among users, with some experiencing significant problems while others report no disruptions. Microsoft is working on a resolution and will provide further information soon. Additionally, Microsoft has faced challenges with its Surface Hub v1 devices, requiring an out-of-band update.
Winsage
June 18, 2025
A cyber espionage campaign attributed to the XDSpy threat actor has been discovered, exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Windows shortcut files identified as “ZDI-CAN-25373.” This vulnerability allows attackers to conceal executed commands within specially crafted shortcut files. XDSpy has primarily targeted government entities in Eastern Europe and Russia since its activities became known in 2020. Researchers from HarfangLab found malicious LNK files exploiting this vulnerability in mid-March, revealing issues with how Windows parses LNK files. The infection begins with a ZIP archive containing a malicious LNK file, which triggers a complex Windows shell command to execute malicious components while displaying a decoy document. This command extracts and executes a first-stage malware called “ETDownloader,” which establishes persistence and downloads a second-stage payload known as “XDigo.” The XDigo implant, written in Go, collects sensitive information and employs encryption for data exfiltration. This campaign represents an evolution in XDSpy's tactics, combining zero-day exploitation with advanced multi-stage payloads.
Winsage
June 17, 2025
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update to fix an issue with Surface Hub v1 devices that arose from the June Patch Tuesday updates, specifically related to KB5060533 for Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2. This issue caused some Surface Hub v1 units to become inoperable, displaying a "Secure Boot Violation: Invalid signature detected" error message. Microsoft paused the update on June 11 and issued a patch a week later. The problem does not affect Surface Hub 2S and 3 models. Users have reported inconsistent success using a disk re-imaging tool, and the Surface team is investigating potential recovery methods. Microsoft is working on a solution for the affected devices and will provide updates as they become available.
AppWizard
June 17, 2025
On June 10, the Russian State Duma approved the establishment of a national messenger to be pre-installed on all newly sold smart devices starting September 1. This app will include a digital ID system and aims to streamline access to government services, identity verification, contract signing, and banking transactions. The initiative is inspired by China's WeChat but raises concerns about surveillance and data storage by the Russian government. The specific application for the national messenger has not yet been finalized, with Max, developed by VKontakte, being a leading candidate. Legal expert Sarkis Darbinyan doubts that Max will attract WhatsApp's user base and predicts it will be limited to domestic use without end-to-end encryption. Despite these issues, State Duma IT Committee head Sergei Boyarsky believes that existing messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram will continue to operate if they comply with Russian laws.
AppWizard
June 17, 2025
YouTube revealed key plot details about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, leading to the installation of an Edge Extension to avoid spoilers. The game is anticipated to be one of the best Xbox and PC games of 2025 and a strong contender for Game of the Year. The modding community on Nexusmods has produced various mods, including cosmetic mods that enhance character appearances. Notable mods include 'Mewtwo Lune,' which replaces the character Lune with Mewtwo from Pokémon, and Digimon mods featuring characters like Wargreyman and Leomon. Mods inspired by Final Fantasy include outfits for characters like Tifa and Tidus, while a unique mod replaces Gustave with Keanu Reeves, complete with custom facial animations. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, and PC via Steam.
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